Dynamic FEA Engineer 2 Company : Safran Seats Job field : Mechanics Location : Gainesville , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Master Degree Required experience : First experience Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : 123,454.00 \# 2025-158723 Apply with one click Any questions ? **Job Description** CAREERS Safran Seats USA, LLC Dynamic FEA Engineer 2 Job Description: Dynamic FEA Engineer 2 positions offered by Safran Seats USA, LLC (Gainesville, TX). Responsible for performing static and quasi-static analysis independently starting from component to sub-structure level including dynamic analysis; Responsible for inspecting the CAD data received from designers prior to the inception of meshing; Independently meshing the components using Altair tools and responsible for the quality checks defined per internal design validation guidelines for meshing at Safran Seats USA; Will set up the model for static, quasi static and impact simulation for 16 and 14G loading conditions using Altair tools and/or LS-Prepost; Analyze the test data to implement proper engineering approach into the FE model for further improvements; Implement analytical approach and establish correlation with actual test data; Perform FEA on detail parts and assemblies to verify compliance with structural and occupant injury criteria; Perform necessary linear/non-linear static analysis and dynamic simulation; Perform Pre and Post processing; Validate model and establish correlation; Comply with Safran Seats USA procedures (QAP) and certification internal procedures; Document all design validation work and maintain database; Ensure quality of model, analysis and on time completion; Provide status and schedule updates to department head and other appropriate entities on a regular basis; and Perform other duties as assigned. **Job Requirements** Minimum Requirements: Requires a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field of study and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in EACH of the following: Finite Element Analysis related experience using LS-Dyna or Radioss; and experience using Altair HyperWorks suite or ANSYS. In lieu of a master's degree and 2 years of experience, the employer will accept a bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience as stated. **Company Information** Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. **Locate your future workplace** 2000 Weber DrTX 76240 Gainesville Texas United States Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.